BenQ SH960 User Manual

SH960 Digital Projector

User Manual

Welcome

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Table of contentsImportant safety instructions ..... 3

Overview ...................................... 6Shipping contents ..................................6Remote control batteries .......................7Remote control operation.....................7Projector features...................................8Projector exterior view ..........................9Controls and functions........................10

Control panel ............................................10Remote control .........................................11

Positioning your projector........ 12Choosing a location.............................12Obtaining a preferred projected image size .............................................13

Projection dimensions ..............................14Shifting the projection lens ......................16

Connecting with video equipment.................................. 17

Preparations ..............................................17Connecting HDMI devices.......................17Connecting component-video devices ....18Connecting S-Video or video devices ......18Connecting a computer ............................19Connecting a monitor ..............................19

Using the projector.................... 20Turning the projector on ....................20Selecting an input source ....................21Using the menus ..................................22Securing the projector .........................22

Using a security cable lock........................22Utilizing the password function...............23

Adjusting the projected image ............25Adjusting the projection angle ................25Auto-adjusting the image .........................25Fine-tuning the image size and clarity.....25Correcting picture distortion ...................26

Using the preset and user modes ........27

Fine-tuning the picture quality...........29Advanced picture quality controls......30Selecting the aspect ratio .....................33Hiding the image .................................35Freezing the image...............................35Utilizing FAQ function .......................35Adjusting the sound ............................36Controlling the projector through a Lan environment ..............................37Operating in a high altitude environment ........................................40Displaying more than one image source simultaneously .........................41Turning the projector off ....................42On-Screen Display (OSD) menus ......43

Additional information ............. 51Care of the projector ...........................51Lamp information ...............................52

Getting to know the lamp hour ............... 52Extending lamp life .................................. 52Timing of replacing the lamp .................. 53Replacing the lamp................................... 53

Indicators .............................................56Troubleshooting ..................................57Specifications .......................................58

Warranty and Copyright information................................ 62

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Thank you for your purchase of this quality BenQ projector! It has been designed to provide you with an enjoyable home theater viewing experience. For the best results, please read this manual through carefully as it is your guide through the control menus and operation.

Important safety instructionsYour projector is designed and tested to meet the latest standards for safety of information technology equipment. However, to ensure safe use of this product, it is important that you follow the instructions mentioned in this manual and marked on the product.

1. Please read this user manual before you operate your projector. Keep this manual in a safe place for future reference.

2. Always place the projector on a level, horizontal surface during operation.

- Do not place the projector on an unstable cart, stand, or table as it may fall and be damaged;

- Do not place inflammables near the projector; - Do not use if tilted at an angle of more than 10

degrees left to right, nor at angle of more than 15 degrees front to back.

3. Do not store the projector on end vertically. Doing so may cause the projector to fall over, causing injury or resulting in damage.

4. Do not place the projector in any of the following environments:

- space that is poorly ventilated or confined. Allow at least 50 cm clearance from walls and free flow of air around the projector;

- locations where temperatures may become excessively high, such as the inside of a car with all windows closed;

- locations where excessive humidity, dust, or cigarette smoke may contaminate optical components, shorten the projector’s lifespan and darken the screen;

- locations near fire alarms;- locations with an ambient temperature

above 35°C/95°F;- locations where altitude is higher than

1500 meters/4920 feet above sea level.

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5. Do not block the vents holes while the projector is on (even in standby mode):

- Do not cover the projector with any item;- Do not place the projector on a blanket,

bedding or any other soft surface.

9. Do not look straight into the projector lens during operation. It may harm your sight.

6. In areas where the mains power supply voltage may fluctuate by 10 volts, it is recommended that you connect your projector through a power stabilizer, surge protector or uninterruptible power supply (UPS) as appropriate to your situation.

10. Do not operate the projector lamp beyond the rated lamp life. Excessive operation of lamps beyond the rated life could cause a lamp to break on rare occasions.

7. Do not step on the projector or place any objects upon it.

11. The lamp becomes extremely hot during operation. Allow the projector to cool for approximately 45 minutes prior to removing the lamp assembly for replacement.

8. Do not place liquids near or on the projector. Liquids spilled into the projector will void your warranty. If the projector does become wet, disconnect it from the power point and call BenQ to have the projector repaired.

12. This projector is capable of displaying inverted images for ceiling mount installation. Use only BenQ's Ceiling Mount Kit for mounting.


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13. Never attempt to replace the lamp assembly until the projector has cooled down and is unplugged from the power supply.

14. When you think service or repair is required, take the projector only to a suitably qualified technician.

15. Do not attempt to disassemble this projector. There are dangerous high voltages inside which may cause death if you should come into contact with live parts. The only user serviceable part is the lamp which has its own removable cover. See page 53.

Under no circumstances should you ever undo or remove any other covers. Refer servicing only to suitably qualified professional service personnel.

Notice

Please keep the original packing for possible future shipment. If you need to pack your projector after use, adjust the projection lens to an appropriate position, put the lens cushion around the lens, and fit the lens cushion and projector cushion together to prevent damage during transportation.

Moisture condensationNever operate the projector immediately after moving it from a cold location to a hot location. When the projector is exposed to such a change in temperature, moisture may condense on the crucial internal parts. To prevent the projector from possible damage, do not use the projector for at least 2 hours when there is a sudden change in temperature.

Avoid volatile liquidsDo not use volatile liquids, such as insecticide or certain types of cleaner, near the projector. Do not have rubber or plastic products touching the projector for a long time. They will leave marks on the finish. If cleaning with a chemically treated cloth, be sure to follow the cleaning product’s safety instructions.

DisposalThis product contains the following materials which are harmful to human bodies and environment.

• Lead, which is contained in solder.

• Mercury, which is used in the lamp.

To dispose of the product or used lamps, consult your local environment authorities for regulations.


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OverviewShipping contentsCarefully unpack and verify that you have the items below. Some of the items may not be available depending on your region of purchase. Please check with your place of purchase.

Some of the accessories may vary from region to region.

The warranty card is only supplied in some specific regions. Please consult your dealer for detailed information.

Projector Remote control Batteries Warranty card

User manual CD Quick start guide Power cable VGA cable

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Remote control batteries1. To open the battery cover, turn the remote

control over to view its back, push on the finger grip on the cover and slide it up in the direction of the arrow as illustrated. The cover will slide off.

2. Remove any existing batteries (if necessary) and install two new AAA batteries observing the battery polarities as indicated in the base of the battery compartment. Positive (+) goes to positive and negative (-) goes to negative.

3. Refit the cover by aligning it with the case and sliding it back up into position. Stop when it clicks into place.

Notes on handling batteries

• Do not mix old batteries with new ones, or mix different types of batteries.

• Avoid leaving the remote control and batteries in an excessive hot or humid environment like the kitchen, bathroom, sauna, sunroom, or in a closed car.

• Dispose of used batteries according to the battery manufacturer’s instructions and local environment regulations for your region.

• If the remote control will not be used for an extended period of time, remove the batteries to avoid damage to the control from possible battery leakage.

Remote control operation• Make sure that there is nothing positioned

between the remote control and the infrared (IR) sensors on the projector that might obstruct the IR beam from the remote control reaching the projector.

• The effective range of the remote control is up to 8 meters, and at an angle within 30 degrees of the IR beam. Always aim straight at the projector, however most screens will also reflect the IR beam to the projector.

Ceiling mounting the projector

We want you to have a pleasant experience using your BenQ projector, so we need to bring this safety matter to your attention to prevent damage to person and property.

If you intend to mount your projector on the ceiling, we strongly recommend that you use a proper fitting BenQ projector ceiling mount kit and that you ensure it is securely and safely installed.

If you use a non-BenQ brand projector ceiling mount kit, there is a safety risk that the projector may fall from the ceiling due to an improper attachment through the use of the wrong gauge or length screws.

You can purchase a BenQ projector ceiling mount kit from the place you purchased your BenQ projector. BenQ recommends that you also purchase a separate Kensington lock compatible security cable and attach it securely to both the Kensington lock slot on the projector and the base of the ceiling mount bracket. This will perform the secondary role of restraining the projector should its attachment to the mounting bracket become loose.

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Projector features• Full HD compatible

The projector is compatible with Standard Definition TV (SDTV) 480i, 480p, 576i, 576p, and High Definition TV (HDTV) 720p, 1080i and 1080p formats, with the 1080p format providing a true 1:1 image reproduction.

• High picture quality

The projector provides excellent picture quality due to its high resolution, excellent home theater brightness, super high contrast ratio, vivid color and rich gray-scale reproduction.

• High brightness

The projector features super high brightness to achieve excellent picture quality in ambient light conditions, outperforming ordinary projectors.

• Vivid color reproduction

The projector features a 6-segment color wheel to produce realistic color depth and range unattainable with lesser segment color wheels.

• Rich gray-scale

When viewed in a darkened environment, the automatic gamma control provides excellent gray-scale display which reveals details in shadows and in night or darkened scenes.

• Intuitive lens shift

The intuitive control over lens shift lever provides flexibility in setting-up your projector.

• Wide variety of inputs and video formats

The projector supports a wide variety of inputs for connection to your video and PC equipment, including component video, S-Video, and composite video, as well as HDMI, PC, and an output trigger for connection to automated screen and environment lighting systems.

• Professional calibration control

To reach a higher standard of performance, the projector incorporates Expert Mode settings in its OSD menus, which requires professional calibration service from authorized installers.

• Panamorph lenses compatible

The projector is compatible with Panamorph lenses that allow you to convert 16:9 projectors to 2.35:1 aspect ratio.

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Projector exterior viewFront and upper side view

Rear view

Under view

1. Control panel (See "Control panel" on page 10 for details.)

2. Lamp cover3. Vent (heated air exhaust)4. Projection lens5. Kensington lock slot6. Vent (cold air intake)7. Front IR sensor8. Lens shift lever

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9. AC Power cable inlet10. Rear IR sensor11. Audio input jack

Audio output jack12. RJ45 LAN input jack13. HDMI port14. USB port15. RS-232 control port

Used to interface with a PC or home theater control/automation system.

16. RGB signal output jack17. 12VDC output terminal

Used to trigger external devices such as an electric screen or light control, etc. Consult your dealer for how to connect these devices.

18. RGB (PC)/Component video (YPbPr/YCbCr) signal input jack

19. Component Video inputs (RCA)support Y/PB/PR or Y/CB/CR video signal

20. Composite Video input (RCA)21. S-Video input (mini 4-pin DIN)

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Controls and functionsControl panel

7. Arrow/Keystone keys (Left / , Up / , Right / , Down / )Moves the current On-Screen Display (OSD) menu selection in the direction of the arrow being pressed when the OSD menu is activated.

Manually corrects distorted pictures resulting from an angled projection.

8. MENU/EXITToggles the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu on and off.

Goes back to previous OSD menus, exits and saves any changes made using the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu.

9. ENTEREnacts the selected On-Screen Display (OSD) menu item.

10. BLANKUsed to hide the screen image.

11. LAMP indicator light 1, 2Lights up or flashes when the projector lamp has developed a problem.

12. ASPECTSelects the display aspect ratio.

13. AUTOAutomatically determines the best picture timings for the displayed image.

14. SOURCEPerforms the same action as the source selection keys (HDMI, VIDEO, S-VIDEO,Component 1, Component 2, PC) on the remote control.

Switches sequentially through input sources.

1. Focus ringAdjusts the focus of the projected image.

2. Zoom ringAdjusts the size of the projected image.

3. TEMPerature warning light Lights up or flashes if the projector's temperature becomes too high.

4. POWER indicator lightLights up or flashes when the projector is operating.

5. MODESequentially selects a predefined picture setting available for each input.

6. POWERPerforms the same action as POWER on the remote control.

Toggles the projector between standby and on.

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Remote control

1. ON/OFFToggles the projector between standby mode and on.

2. Source selection keys (COMPONENT, VIDEO, S-VIDEO, HDMI, PC, SOURCE)Selects an input source for display.

The COMPONENT key toggles between Component 1 and Component 2.

3. MENU/EXITTurns on the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu. Goes back to previous OSD menu, exits and saves menu settings.

4. BLANKUsed to hide the screen image.

5. Arrow/Keystone keys (Left / , Up / , Right / , Down / )Moves the current On-Screen Display (OSD) menu selection in the direction of the arrow being pressed when the OSD menu is activated.

Manually corrects distorted pictures resulting from an angled projection.

6. MODE/ENTERSequentially selects a predefined picture setting available for each input.

Enacts the selected On-Screen Display (OSD) menu item.

7. LASEREmits visible laser pointer light for presentation purposes.

8. TEST PATTERNDisplays the test pattern.

9.Starts the FAQ function.

10. FREEZEFreezes the projected image.

11. ASPECTSelects the display aspect ratio.

12. AUTOAutomatically determines the best picture timings for the displayed image.

13. BRIGHTNESSAdjusts brightness.

14. VOLUME+/VOLUME-Adjusts the sound level.

15. MUTEToggles projector audio between on and off.

16. CONTRASTAdjusts contrast.

Operating the LASER pointer

The Laser Pointer is a presentation aid for professionals. It emits red colored light when you press it.

The laser pointer is not a toy. Parents should be mindful of the dangers of laser energy and keep this remote control out of the reach of children.

Do not look into the laser light window or shine the laser light beam on yourself or others. See the warning messages on the back of the remote control prior to using it.

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Positioning your projectorChoosing a locationYour projector is designed to be installed in one of four possible installation locations.

Your room layout or personal preference will dictate which installation location you select. Take into consideration the size and position of your screen, the location of a suitable power outlet, as well as the location and distance between the projector and the rest of your equipment.

*To set the projector position:

1. Press MENU/EXIT and then press / until the System Setup menu is highlighted.

2. Press / to highlight Projector Position and press / until the correct position is selected.

1. Floor Front:

Select this location with the projector placed near the floor in front of the screen. This is the most common way to position the projector for quick setup and portability.

3. Floor Rear:

Select this location with the projector placed near the floor behind the screen.

Note that a special rear projection screen is required.

*Set Floor Rear after you turn the projector on.

2. Ceiling Front:

Select this location with the projector suspended from the ceiling in front of the screen.

Purchase the BenQ Projector Ceiling Mount Kit from your dealer to mount your projector on the ceiling.

*Set Ceiling Front after you turn the projector on.

4. Ceiling Rear:

Select this location with the projector suspended from the ceiling behind the screen.

Note that a special rear projection screen and the BenQ Projector Ceiling Mount Kit are required for this installation location.

*Set Ceiling Rear after you turn the projector on.

LanguageSplash ScreenProjector PositionAuto Power OffSleep TimerBackground ColorMenu SettingsInput Source

System Setup

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Quick Auto Search

EXIT Back

DisableDisable

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Obtaining a preferred projected image sizeThe distance from the projector lens to the screen, the zoom setting, and the video format each factors in the projected image size.

This projector is equipped with a movable lens. See "Shifting the projection lens" on page 16 for details. You can see the diagrams on pages 14 and 15 for the vertical offset values in the dimension tables that are measured when the lens is shifted fully up or down.

If you are using a 120-inch, 4:3-aspect-ratio screen, please refer to "The screen aspect ratio is 4:3 and the projected picture is 4:3". The average projection distance is 494 cm.

If you have a 16:9-aspect-ratio screen and your measured projection distance was 4.5 m (450 cm), please refer to "The screen aspect ratio is 16:9 and the projected picture is 16:9". The closest match in the "Average" column is 449 cm. Looking across this row shows that a 100-inch screen is required.

Checking the min and max projection distance values in the columns of "Projection distance <D> [cm]" on page 14 indicates that the 4.5 m measured projection distance will also fit the 90 and 110-inch size screens. The projector can be adjusted (using the zoom control) to display on these different screen sizes at the projection distance. Be aware that these different screens have different vertical offset values.

If you place the projector in a different position (to that recommended), you will have to tilt it down or up to center the image on the screen. In these situations, some image distortion will occur. Use the Keystone function to correct the distortion. See "Correcting picture distortion" on page 26 for details.

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Projection dimensions

Installation for a 16:9 ratio screen

The screen aspect ratio is 16:9 and the projected picture is 16:9

The above numbers are approximate and may be slightly different from the actual measurements. Only the recommended screen sizes are listed. If your screen size is not in the table above, please contact your dealer for assistance.

Screen dimensions Projection distance <D> [cm] Lowest/Highest lens position <E>

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Height [cm]

Width<C>[cm]

Min distance (with max zoom)

AverageMax distance (with min zoom)

30 (762) 37 66 108 135 162 4.7

40 (1016) 50 89 144 180 215 6

50 (1270) 62 111 180 224 269 8

60 (1524) 75 133 215 269 323 9

70 (1778) 87 155 251 314 377 11

80 (2032) 100 177 287 359 431 12

90 (2286) 112 199 323 404 485 14

100 (2540) 125 221 359 449 539 16

110 (2794) 137 243 495 494 592 17

120 (3048) 149 266 431 539 646 19

130 (3302) 162 288 467 583 700 20

140 (3556) 174 310 503 628 754 22

150 (3810) 187 332 539 673 808 23

160 (4064) 199 354 575 718 862 25

170 (4318) 212 376 610 763 916 26

180 (4572) 224 398 646 808 969 28

190 (4826) 237 421 682 853 1023 30

200 (5080) 249 443 718 898 1077 31

250 (6350) 311 553 898 1122 1346 39

300 (7620) 374 664 1077 1346 1616 47

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Installation for a 4:3 ratio screenThe illustrations and table below are provided for those users who already have 4:3 aspect ratio screens or intend to purchase 4:3 aspect ratio screens to view 4:3 ratio projected images.

The screen aspect ratio is 4:3 and the projected picture is 4:3

The above numbers are approximate and may be slightly different from the actual measurements. Only the recommended screen sizes are listed. If your screen size is not in the table above, please contact your dealer for assistance.

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Image height <H>

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30 (762) 46 61 99 124 148 4.3 34.3

40 (1016) 61 81 132 165 198 5.7 45.7

50 (1270) 76 102 165 206 247 7.1 57.2

60 (1524) 91 122 198 247 297 8.6 68.6

70 (1778) 107 142 231 288 346 10.0 80.0

80 (2032) 122 163 264 330 395 11.4 91.4

90 (2286) 137 183 297 371 445 12.9 102.9

100 (2540) 152 203 330 412 494 14.3 114.3

110 (2794) 168 224 363 453 544 15.7 125.7

120 (3048) 183 244 395 494 593 17.1 137.2

130 (3302) 198 264 428 536 643 18.6 148.6

140 (3556) 213 284 461 577 692 20.0 160.0

150 (3810) 229 305 494 618 742 21.4 171.5

160 (4064) 244 325 527 659 791 22.9 182.9

170 (4318) 259 345 560 700 840 24.3 194.3

180 (4572) 274 366 593 742 890 25.7 205.7

190 (4826) 290 386 626 783 939 27.1 217.2

200 (5080) 305 406 659 824 989 28.6 228.6

250 (6350) 381 508 824 1030 1236 35.7 285.8

300 (7620) 457 610 989 1236 1483 42.9 342.9

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Shifting the projection lensThe lens shift control provides flexibility for installing your projector. It allows the projector to be positioned off the center of the screen.

The lens shift is expressed as a percentage of the projected image height or width. It is measured as an offset from the projected image’s vertical or horizontal center. You can use the lever to shift the projection lens in any direction within the allowable range depending on your desired image position.

To use the lens shift lever:

1. Release the lever by turning it counterclockwise.2. Move the lever to adjust the projected image position.3. Lock the lever by turning it clockwise.

• Please do not over-tighten the lever.

• Lens shift adjustment will not result in a degraded picture quality. In the unlikely event that the image distortion is produced, see "Adjusting the projected image" on page 25 for details.

• When the screen position is fixed

• When the projector position is fixed

ScreenRange of placement

Center of lens

Projector

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Connecting with video equipmentYou can connect the projector to any type of video equipment, such as a VCR, DVD player, digital tuner, cable or satellite decoder, video game console or digital camera. You can also connect it to a desktop or laptop PC or Apple Macintosh system. You need only connect the projector to a source device using just one of the connecting methods, however each provides a different level of video quality. The method you choose will most likely depend upon the availability of matching terminals on both the projector and the Video source device as described below:

PreparationsWhen connecting a signal source to the projector, be sure to:

1. Turn off all equipment before making any connections. 2. Use only the correct type cables for each source with proper type plugs. 3. Ensure that all cable plugs are firmly fitted to the equipment jacks.

Note that all cables shown in the following connection diagrams may not be supplied with the projector (See "Shipping contents" on page 6 for details). Most cables are commercially available from electronics stores.

Connecting HDMI devicesHDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) supports uncompressed video data transmission between compatible devices like DTV tuners, DVD players and displays over a single cable. It provides pure digital viewing and listening experience. You should use an HDMI cable when making connection between the projector and HDMI devices.

Terminal name

Terminal appearance Reference Picture quality

HDMI "Connecting HDMI devices" on page 17 Best

Component Video

"Connecting component-video devices" on page 18 Better

S-Video "Connecting S-Video or video devices" on page 18 Good

Video "Connecting S-Video or video devices" on page 18 Normal

PC (D-SUB) "Connecting a computer" on page 19 Better

HDMI cable

HDMI device: DVD player, digital tuner, etc.

To make sure you select a correct input source type for the HDMI signal, see "HDMI Settings" on page 49 for details.

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Connecting component-video devicesBe sure to match the corresponding colors between the cables and the terminals. The RCA type component video jacks are provided for connection to video output devices. The audio connections are provided for informational purposes only. You can also connect the separate audio cable to a suitable audio amplifier.

Connecting S-Video or video devicesYou need only connect S-Video or composite Video cable from the same device, never both at the same time. The audio connections are provided for informational purposes only. You can also connect the separate audio cable to a suitable audio amplifier.

• If you have already made a Component Video connection between the projector and the video source device, you need not connect to this device again using an S-Video or composite Video connection as this makes an unnecessary second connection of poorer picture quality. You need only connect using a composite Video connection if both Component Video and S-Video are not supplied on the video source device (for example, with some analog video cameras).

• If the selected video image is not displayed after the projector is turned on and the correct video source has been selected, please check that the video source device is turned on and operating correctly. Also check that the signal cables have been connected correctly.

AV equipment: DVD player, digital tuner, etc.

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Connecting a computerConnect the projector to a computer with a VGA cable.

Many laptops do not turn on their external video ports when connected to a projector. Usually a key combination like Fn + F3 or CRT/LCD key turns the external display on/off. Locate a function key labeled CRT/LCD or a function key with a monitor symbol on the laptop. Press Fn and the labeled function key simultaneously. Refer to your laptop's documentation to discover your laptop's key combination.

Connecting a monitorIf you want to view your presentation close-up on a monitor as well as on the screen and the MONITOR OUT jack is available on your projector, you can connect the MONITOR OUT signal output jack on the projector.

• The MONITOR OUT only works when an appropriate D-Sub input is made to the PC jack.

• If you wish to use this connection method when the projector is in standby mode, make sure the Standby Monitor Out function is turned on in the Advanced Setup menu. See "Standby Monitor Out" on page 48 for details.

VGA cable

Laptop or desktop computer

Audio cable

Speakers

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Using the projectorPreparations

1. Plug in and turn all of the connected equipment on.2. If not already in, plug the supplied power cable into the AC inlet

on the rear of the projector.3. Plug the power cable into a wall power outlet and turn the wall

switch on.

Please use the original accessories (e.g. power cable) only with the device to avoid possible dangers such as electric shock and fire.

Turning the projector onFollow the steps below.

1. Make sure the Power light is orange after power has been applied.

2. Press POWER ( ) on the projector or ON on the remote control to start the projector. As soon as the lamp lights up, a "Power On Tone" will be heard.

To turn of the ring tone, see "Turning off the Power On/Off Ring Tone" on page 36 for details.

3. The fans will start operating, and a start-up image will be displayed on the screen for a few seconds while it warms up.

The projector will not respond to further commands while it is warming up.

4. If the projector is activated for the first time, select your OSD language following the on-screen instructions.

5. If you are prompted for a password, press the arrow keys to enter a six-digit password. See "Utilizing the password function" on page 23 for details.

6. Press one of the Source keys on the remote control, or press SOURCE on the projector repeatedly until your desired signal is selected. See "Selecting an input source" on page 21 for details.

7. If the horizontal frequency of the input source exceeds the range of the projector, the message "No Signal" will be displayed on the screen. This message will remain on-screen until you change the input source to an appropriate one.

If you attempt to re-start the projector shortly after shutdown, the fans may run for a few minutes to cool

down. Press Power again to start the projector after the fans stop and the Power indicator light turns orange.

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Selecting an input sourceThe projector can be connected to multiple equipment at the same time. When the projector is first turned on, it will attempt to reconnect with the input source which was in use when the projector was last shut down.

To select the video source:

• Using the remote control or projector

Press one of the Source keys on the remote control, or press SOURCE repeatedly until your desired signal is selected.

• Using the OSD menu1. Press MENU/EXIT and then press / until the System Setup

menu is highlighted.2. Press to highlight Input Source and press ENTER. The source

selection bar is displayed.3. Press / repeatedly until your desired signal is selected and press

ENTER.

Once detected, the selected source information will be displayed on the screen for seconds. If there are multiple pieces of equipment connected to the projector, you can go back to the source selection bar again to search for other signals.

• If you want the projector to automatically search for the signals, select On in the System Setup > Quick Auto Search menu.

• If you want to use the PIP function, see "Displaying more than one image source simultaneously" on page 41 for details.

Changing Color Space

In the unlikely event that you connect the projector to a DVD player via the projector's HDMI input and the projected picture displays wrong colors, please change the color space to YUV.

1. Press MENU/EXIT and then press / until the Display menu is highlighted.2. Press to highlight Color Space Conversion and press / to select a suitable color space.

This function is only available when the HDMI input port is in use.

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Using the menusThe projector is equipped with multilingual On-Screen Display (OSD) menus for making various adjustments and settings.

Below is the overview of the OSD menu.

To use the OSD menus, please set the OSD menu to your familiar language.

Securing the projectorUsing a security cable lockThe projector has to be installed in a safe place to prevent theft. Otherwise, purchase a lock, such as the Kensington lock, to secure the projector. You can locate a Kensington lock slot on the projector. See item 5 on page 9 for details.

A Kensington security cable lock is usually a combination of key(s) and the lock. Refer to the lock's documentation for finding out how to use it.

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1. Press MENU/EXIT to turn the OSD menu on.

2. Use / to highlight the System Setup menu.

3. Press to highlight Language and press / to select a preferred language.

4. Press MENU/EXIT twice* to leave and save the settings.

*The first press leads you back to the main menu and the second press closes the OSD menu.

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Utilizing the password functionFor security purposes and to help prevent unauthorized use, the projector includes an option for setting up password security. The password can be set through the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu. Once the password is set and this function is selected, the projector is password-protected. Users who do not know the correct password can not use the projector.

You will be inconvenienced if you activate the password functionality and subsequently forget the password. Print out this manual (if necessary) and write the password you used in this manual, and keep the manual in a safe place for later recall.

Setting a passwordOnce a password has been set and activated, the projector cannot be used unless the correct password is entered every time the projector is started.

1. Press MENU/EXIT and then press / until the Advanced Setup menu is highlighted.

2. Press to highlight Password and press ENTER. The Password page is displayed.

3. Highlight Password and press / to select On. The Input Password page is displayed.

4. As the picture indicates, the four arrow keys ( , , , ) respectively represent 4 digits (1, 2, 3, 4). According to the password you desire to set, press the arrow keys on the remote control or projector to enter six digits for the password.If the function is used for the first time, enter the default password (1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1) of the projector by pressing the arrow key six times.Once the password is set, the OSD menu returns to the Password page.IMPORTANT: The digits being input will be displayed as asterisks on-screen. Write your selected password down here in this manual in advance or right after the password is entered so that it is available to you should you ever forget it.Password: __ __ __ __ __ __

5. To leave the OSD menu, press MENU/EXIT.

If you forget the passwordIf the password function is activated, you will be asked to enter the six-digit password every time you turn on the projector. If you enter the wrong password, the password error message is displayed lasting for three seconds, and the Input Password page follows. You can retry by entering another six-digit password, or if you did not record the password in this manual, and you absolutely do not remember it, you can use the password recall procedure. See "Entering the password recall procedure" on page 24 for details.

If you enter an incorrect password 5 times in succession, the projector will automatically shut down in a short time.

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Entering the password recall procedure1. Make sure the Input Password page is displayed on screen. Press

MODE. The projector will display a coded number on the screen.2. Write down the number and turn off your projector.3. Seek help from the local BenQ service center to decode the number.

You may be required to provide proof of purchase documentation to verify that you are an authorized user of the projector.

Changing the password1. Press MENU/EXIT and then press / until the Advanced Setup menu is highlighted.2. Press / to highlight Password and press ENTER. The Password page is displayed.3. Highlight Change Password and press ENTER. The Input Current Password page is displayed. 4. Enter the old password.

• If the password is correct, the message "Input New Password" is displayed.

• If the password is incorrect, the password error message is displayed lasting for three seconds, and the message "Input Current Password" is displayed for your retry. You can press MENU/EXIT to cancel the change or try another password.

5. Enter a new password.IMPORTANT: The digits being input will be displayed as asterisks on-screen. Write your selected password down here in this manual in advance or right after the password is entered so that it is available to you should you ever forget it.

Password: __ __ __ __ __ __Keep this manual in a safe place.

6. Confirm the new password by re-entering the new password.7. You have successfully assigned a new password to the projector. Remember to enter the new password

next time the projector is started.8. To leave the OSD menu, press MENU/EXIT.

Disabling the password functionTo disable password protection, go back to the Advanced Setup > Password > Password menu. Highlight Password and select Off by pressing / . The message "Input Password" is displayed. Enter the current password.

• If the password is correct, the OSD menu returns to the Password page with "Off" shown in the row of Password. You will not have to enter the password next time when turning on the projector.

• If the password is incorrect, the password error message is displayed lasting for three seconds, and the message "Input Password" is displayed for your retry. You can press MENU/EXIT to cancel the change or try another password.

Note that though the password function is disabled, you need to keep the old password in hand should you ever need to re-activate the password function by entering the old password.

Please write down the recall code, and contact your nearest BenQ Customer Center.

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Adjusting the projected imageAdjusting the projection angle There are four adjuster feet on the bottom of the projector. These can be used if necessary to change the projection angle. Screw the feet in or out as appropriate to aim and level the projection angle.

If the screen and the projector are not perpendicular to each other, the projected image becomes vertical trapezoidal. To correct this problem, see "Correcting picture distortion" on page 26 for details.

Auto-adjusting the imageIn some cases, you may need to optimize the picture quality. To do this, press AUTO. Within 3 seconds, the built-in Intelligent Auto Adjustment function will re-adjust the values of Frequency and Clock to provide the best picture quality.

The current source information will be displayed in the corner of the screen for 3 seconds.

This function is only available when a PC signal (analog RGB) is selected.

Fine-tuning the image size and clarity

1. Adjust the projected picture to the size that you need using the zoom ring.

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Correcting picture distortionKeystoning occurs when the projector is not perpendicular to the screen and is where the projected picture displays visible as a trapezoid shape like either of the following:

• Two parallel sides (left and right, or top and bottom) but is noticeably wider on either side.• No parallel sides.

To correct the picture’s shape, you can perform the following steps.

1. Adjust the projection angle. Move the projector to be in front of the center of the screen with the center of the lens level with the screen.

2. If the picture is stilled distorted, or the projector is unable to be positioned as described above, you will need to manually correct the picture.

• Using the remote control or projector

i. Press one of the Arrow/Keystone keys (Left / , Up / , Right / , Down / ) to display the Keystone page.

ii. See step iv below for further operation.

• Using the OSD menu

i. Press MENU/EXIT and then press / until the Display menu is highlighted.

ii. Press to highlight Keystone and press ENTER. The Keystone page is displayed.

iii. Highlight 2D Keystone and press ENTER. The keystone correction page is displayed.

iv. Press the key whose keystone icon is opposite to the shape of the projected picture. Continue pressing the same key or press the other keys until you are satisfied with the shape.The values on the lower portion of the page change while pressing. When the values reach their maximum or minimum with repeated key presses, the picture’s shape will stop changing. You will not be able to change the picture further in that direction.

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Using the preset and user modesSelecting a preset modeThe projector is preset with several pre-defined picture modes so that you can choose one to suit your operating environment and input source picture type.

To select a picture mode that suits your need:

• Press MODE repeatedly until your desired mode is selected.

• Using the OSD menu1. Press MENU/EXIT and then press / until the Picture -- Basic

menu is highlighted.2. Press to highlight Picture Mode.3. Press / until your desired mode is selected.

These modes consist of preset values suitable for various projection situations as described below:

• Cinema: Is appropriate for playing colorful movies, video clips from digital cameras or DVs through the PC input for best viewing in a blackened (little light) environment.

• Dynamic: Maximizes the brightness of the projected image. This mode is suitable for environments where extra-high brightness is required, such as using the projector in well lit rooms.

• Presentation: Is designed for presentations. The brightness is emphasized in this mode to match PC and notebook coloring.

• sRGB: Maximizes the purity of RGB colors to provide true-to-life images regardless of brightness setting. It is most suitable for viewing photos taken with an sRGB compatible and properly calibrated camera, and for viewing PC graphic and drawing applications such as AutoCAD.

• User 1/User 2: Recalls the customized settings. See "Setting the User 1/User 2 mode" on page 28 for details.

Fine-tuning the selected picture modeThe pre-defined picture mode settings can be altered via the available items shown in the Picture -- Basic and Picture -- Advanced menus.

To fine-tune the picture mode:

1. Press MENU/EXIT and then press / until the Picture -- Basic or Picture -- Advanced menu is highlighted.

2. Press to highlight the item you want to adjust and press / to set your desired value. Your selection is automatically stored in the projector and associated with that input source.

See "Fine-tuning the picture quality" on page 29 and "Advanced picture quality controls" on page 30 for details.

Each time you change the picture mode, the projector also changes the setting to the one which was last set for that particular picture mode on that particular input. If you change the input source, the most recently used picture mode and settings for that input and resolution will be restored.



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Setting the User 1/User 2 modeThere are two user-definable modes if the current available picture modes are not suitable for your need. You can use one of the picture modes (except the selected User mode) as a starting point and customize the settings.

1. In the Picture -- Basic menu, highlight Picture Mode and press / to select User 1 or User 2 mode.

2. Press to highlight Load Settings From.

This function is only available when User 1 or User 2 mode is selected up in the Picture Mode sub-menu item.

3. Press ENTER to display the Load Settings From page.4. Press to highlight a picture mode that is closest to your need and

press ENTER.5. Press to select a sub-menu item to be changed and adjust the

value with / . See "Fine-tuning the picture quality" on page 29 and "Advanced picture quality controls" on page 30 for details.

6. When all settings have been done, press MENU/EXIT to save and leave the settings.

Renaming user modesYou can change User 1 and User 2 to the names easy to be identified or understood by the users of this projector. The new name can be up to 12 characters including English letters (A-Z, a-z), digits (0-9), and space (_).

To rename user modes:

1. In the Picture -- Basic menu, highlight Rename User Mode and press ENTER to display the Rename User Mode page.

2. Press / to highlight the item you want to rename and press ENTER. The first letter will be highlighted by a white box.

3. Press / to select the first character.4. Press to move along until the new name is set and press ENTER to confirm.5. Repeat steps 2-4 if you want to change the other names.

Resetting the picture modeAll of the adjustments you’ve done in the Picture -- Basic and Picture -- Advanced menus can be returned to the factory preset values with a key press on the highlight of Reset.

To reset the picture mode to the preset factory values:

1. In the Picture -- Basic menu, highlight Picture Mode and press / to select the picture mode (including User 1 or User 2) you want to reset.

2. Press to highlight Reset Picture Settings and press ENTER. The confirmation message is displayed.3. Press / to highlight Reset and press ENTER. The picture mode will return to the factory preset

settings.4. Repeat steps 1-3 if you want to reset other picture modes.

• The following settings will still remain: Color Temperature, Color Temperature User_ Fine Tuning, Gamma Selection, Film Mode, 3D Comb Filter.

• Do not to be confused with the Reset Picture Settings function here with the Reset All Settings in the Advanced Setup menu. The Reset All Settings function returns most of the settings to the factory preset values system wide. See "Reset All Settings" on page 49 for details.



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Fine-tuning the picture qualityNo matter what picture mode you have selected, you are able to fine-tune those settings to fit every presentation purpose. Those adjustments will be saved to the preset mode you are at when you exit the OSD menu.

Adjusting BrightnessHighlight Brightness in the Picture -- Basic menu and adjust the values by pressing / on the projector or remote control.

The higher the value, the brighter the picture. And the lower the setting, the darker the picture. Adjust this control so the black areas of the picture appear just as black and that detail in the dark areas is visible.

Adjusting ContrastHighlight Contrast in the Picture -- Basic menu and adjust the values by pressing / on the projector or remote control.

The higher the value, the greater the contrast. Use this to set the peak white level after you have previously adjusted the Brightness setting to suit your selected input and viewing environment.

Adjusting ColorHighlight Color in the Picture -- Basic menu and adjust the values by pressing / on the projector or remote control.

Lower setting produces less saturated colors; setting to the minimum value makes the image black and white. If the setting is too high, colors on the image will be overpowering, which makes the image unrealistic.

Adjusting TintHighlight Tint and adjust the values by pressing / on the projector or remote control.

The higher the value, the more reddish the picture becomes. The lower the value, the more greenish the picture becomes.

Adjusting SharpnessHighlight Sharpness and adjust the values by pressing / on the projector or remote control.

The higher the value, the sharper the picture becomes. The lower the value, the softer the picture becomes.

The Brightness, Contrast functions can also be accessible by pressing BRIGHTNESS, CONTRAST on the remote control to display the adjustment bar and then you can press / to adjust the values.

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Advanced picture quality controlsThere are more advanced functions in the Picture -- Advanced menu to be adjusted to your preference. To save the settings, just press MENU/EXIT to leave the OSD menu.

Setting Black LevelHighlight Black Level and press / on the projector or remote control

to select 0 IRE or 7.5 IRE.

The grayscale video signal is measured in IRE units. In some areas which use NTSC TV standard, the grayscale is measured from 7.5 IRE (black) to 100 IRE (white); however, in other areas where PAL equipment or Japanese NTSC standards are used, the grayscale is measured from 0 IRE (black) to 100 IRE (white). We suggest that you check the input source to see if it is with 0 IRE or 7.5 IRE, then select accordingly.

Controlling image clarityYou may have static or noisy projected pictures.

To achieve better picture clarity:

1. Highlight Clarity Control and press ENTER on the projector or remote control to display the Clarity Control page.

2. Press / to select the item you want to adjust and press / to set the desired value.

• Noise Reduction: Reduces electrical image noise caused by different media players. The higher the setting, the less the noise.

• Detail Enhancement: Sharpens the image. The higher the setting, the more details the image reveals.

• Luma Transmission (Luminance Transmission Improvement): Enhances picture brightness. The higher the setting, the more distinct the effect.

• Chroma Transmission (Chroma Transmission Improvement): Reduces color smear. The higher the setting, the more distinct the effect.

Selecting a color temperature*

Highlight Color Temperature and select a preferred setting by pressing / on the projector or remote control.

There are several color temperature settings available.

1. T1: Maintains normal colorings for white.2. T2: Makes pictures appear bluish white.3. T3: With the lamp’s original color temperature and higher brightness.

This setting is suitable for environments where high brightness is required, such as projecting pictures in well lit rooms.

4. T4: Makes pictures appear reddish white.5. User 1/User 2/User 3: Recalls the settings customized in the Color Temperature User_ Fine Tuning

menu. See "Setting a preferred color temperature" on page 31 for details.

*About color temperatures:There are many different shades that are considered to be "white" for various purposes. One of the common methods of representing white color is known as the “color temperature”. A white color with a low color temperature appears to be reddish white. A white color with a high color temperature appears to have more blue in it.

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Setting a preferred color temperatureTo set a preferred color temperature:

1. Highlight Color Temperature and select User 1, User 2, or User 3 by pressing / on the projector or remote control.

2. Press to highlight Color Temperature User_ Fine Tuning and press ENTER. The Color Temperature User_ Fine Tuning page is displayed.

The menu name "User_" corresponds with the setting selected in Color Temperature.

3. Press / to highlight the item you want to change and adjust the values by pressing / .

• Red Gain/Green Gain/Blue Gain: Adjusts the contrast levels of Red, Green, and Blue.

• Red Offset/Green Offset/Blue Offset: Adjusts the brightness levels of Red, Green, and Blue.

4. To save and leave the settings, press MENU/EXIT.

Selecting a Gamma settingHighlight Gamma Selection and select a preferred setting by pressing /

on the projector or remote control.

Gamma refers to the relationship between input source and picture brightness.

• Gamma 1/2/3

Select these values according to your preference.

• Gamma 4

Increases the average brightness of the picture. Best for a lit environment, meeting room or family room.

• Gamma 5/6

Best for viewing movies in a darkened environment.

• Gamma 7/8

Best for viewing movies which are mostly composed of dark scenes.

Adjusting Brilliant ColorThis feature utilizes a new color-processing algorithm and system level enhancements to enable higher brightness while providing truer, more vibrant colors in picture. When set to "Off", Brilliant Color is disabled.

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Color ManagementIn most installation situations, color management will not be necessary, such as in classroom, meeting room, or lounge room situations where lights remain on, or where building external windows allow daylight into the room.

Only in permanent installations with controlled lighting levels such as boardrooms, lecture theaters, or home theaters, should color management be considered. Color management provides fine color control adjustment to allow for more accurate color reproduction, should you require it.

Proper color management can only be achieved under controlled and reproducible viewing conditions. You will need to use a colorimeter (color light meter), and provide a set of suitable source images to measure color reproduction. These tools are not provided with the projector, however, your projector supplier should be able to provide you with suitable guidance, or even an experienced professional installer.

The 3D Color Management provides six sets (RGBCMY) of colors to be adjusted to favorite colors. When you select each color, you can independently adjust its color range and saturation according to your preference.

To adjust and store the settings:

1. In the Picture -- Advanced menu, highlight 3D Color Management and press ENTER. The 3D Color Management page is displayed.

2. Highlight Primary Color and press / to select a color from among Red, Yellow, Green, Cyan, Blue, and Magenta.

3. Press to highlight Range and press / to select the color range you wish to make adjustment. The bigger the range, the more proportions of its two adjacent colors the color contains.

Please refer to the illustration to the right for how the colors relate to each other. For example, if you select Red and set its range at 0, only pure red is selected. Increasing its range will include both the red color close to yellow and red color close to magenta.

Press to highlight Saturation and adjust the color saturation level by pressing / .

If you select Red and set its range at 0, only the saturation of the pure red will be affected.

Saturation is the amount of that color in a video picture. Lower settings produce less saturated colors; a setting of “0” removes that color from the image entirely. If the saturation is too high, that color will be overpowering and unrealistic.

4. To leave and save the settings, press MENU/EXIT.

Setting Film ModeThis feature helps improve picture quality when projecting video image from a film-sourced DVD.


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Setting 3D Comb FilterThis feature separates composite signal to Y (brightness) signal and C (color) signal, and can help produce clearer and sharper images with correct colors in place.

This function is only available when a Video signal is selected

Selecting the aspect ratioThe "aspect ratio" is the ratio of the image width to the image height. Digital TV is usually in 16:9 ratio, which is the default for this projector, and most analog TV signals and DVDs are in 4:3 ratio.

With the advent of digital signal processing, digital display devices like this projector can dynamically stretch and scale the image output to a different aspect than that of the image input source. Images can be stretched in a linear manner so the whole of the image is stretched equally, or non-linearly, which distorts the image.

To change the projected picture ratio (no matter what aspect the source is):

• Using the control button1. Press ASPECT to show the current setting.2. Press ASPECT repeatedly to select an aspect ratio to suit the format of

the video signal and your display requirements.

• Using the OSD menu1. Press MENU/EXIT and then press / until the Display menu is

highlighted.2. Press to highlight Aspect Ratio.3. Press / to select an aspect ratio to suit the format of the video

signal and your display requirements.

About the aspect ratio1. Anamorphic (ANA): Scales an image so that it is displayed in the center

of the screen with a 16:9 aspect ratio. This setting stretches and resizes linearly, except that it treats the vertical and horizontal dimensions independently. It stretches the height of the source image until it reaches the full projected height, and stretches the width of the source image until it reaches the full projected width. This may alter the projected aspect, depending upon the original aspect of the source image. Anamorphic is most suitable for images which are already in a 16:9 aspect, like high definition TV, as it displays them without aspect alteration.

2. 4:3: Scales a picture so that it is displayed in the center of the screen with a 4:3 aspect ratio. This is most suitable for 4:3 pictures like computer monitors, standard definition TV and 4:3 aspect DVD movies, as it displays them without aspect alteration.


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3. Letter Box (LB): Scales a picture to fit the projector’s native resolution in its horizontal width and resize the picture’s height to the 3/4 of the projection width. This may produce a picture greater in height than can be displayed, so part of the picture is lost (not displayed) along the top and bottom edges of the projection. This is suitable for the display of movies which are presented in letter box format (with black bars on the top and bottom).

4. Wide: Stretches the picture horizontally in a non-linear manner, that is, the edges of the picture are stretched more than the center of the picture to prevent distortion of the central part of the picture. This is suitable for occasions where you want to stretch the width of a 4:3 aspect picture to the width of a 16:9 aspect screen. It does not alter the height. Some widescreen movies have been produced with their width squashed down to the width of a 4:3 aspect, and are best viewed when restretched back to their original width using this setting.

5. Real: This setting displays the image in a one-to-one pixel mapping without alteration or resize in the center of the projection. This is most suitable for use with PC source inputs.

• The black portions are inactive areas and the white portions are active areas.

• OSD menus can be displayed on those unused black areas.

Using Panamorph lenses (optional)Panamorph lenses allow you to convert 16:9 projectors to the full 2.35:1 aspect ratio of most motion pictures, showing the best movies without letterbox bars at top and bottom of images while increasing resolution by 33% and brightness by 20%.

You may need a 2.35:1 screen to display the 2.35:1 images. For more information, please go to www.panamorph.com or contact the place you purchased the projector.

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Hiding the imageIn order to draw the audience's full attention to the presenter, you can use BLANK to hide the screen image. When this function is activated with an audio input connected, the audio can still be heard.

You can set the blank time in the Display > Blank Timer menu to let the projector return the image automatically after a period of time when there is no action taken on the blank screen. The length of time can be set from 5 to 30 minutes in 5-minute increments.

If the preset time spans are not suitable for your personation, select Disable.

No matter Blank Timer is activated or not, you can press any key on the projector or remote control to restore the picture.

Once BLANK is pressed, the projector lamp enters Dual-Reliable mode automatically.

Freezing the imagePress FREEZE on the remote control to freeze the image. The word "FREEZE" will be displayed in the upper left corner of the screen. To release the function, press any key on the projector or remote control.

If your remote control has the following keys, please note that they cannot be pressed to release the function: LASER, #1, #4, PAGE UP/PAGE DOWN.

Even if an image is frozen on the screen, the pictures are running on the video or other device. If the connected devices have active audio output, you will still hear the audio even though the image is frozen onscreen.

Utilizing FAQ functionThe Information menu contains possible solutions to problems regarding image quality, installation, special feature operation and service information.

To get the FAQ information:

1. Press or press MENU/EXIT to open the OSD menu and press / to highlight the Information menu.

2. Press to select FAQ-Image and Installation or FAQ-Features and Service.

3. Press ENTER.4. Press / to select a problem and press ENTER for possible

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Adjusting the soundThe sound adjustments made as below will have an effect on the projector speaker(s). Be sure you have made a correct connection to the projector audio input. See "Connecting with video equipment" on page 17 for how the audio input is connected.

Muting the sound

To temporarily turn off the sound:

1. Press MENU/EXIT to open the OSD menu and press / to highlight the Advanced Setup menu.2. Press to highlight Audio Settings and press ENTER. The Audio Settings page is displayed.3. Highlight Mute and press / to select On.

If available, you can also press MUTE on the remote control to toggle projector audio between on and off.

Adjusting the sound level

To adjust the sound level, press VOLUME+/VOLUME- on the remote control, or:

1. Repeat steps 1-2 above.2. Press to highlight Volume and press / to select a desired sound level.

Turning off the Power On/Off Ring Tone

To turn off the ring tone:

1. Repeat steps 1-2 above.2. Press to highlight Power On/Off Ring Tone and press / to select Off.

The only way to change Power On/Off Ring Tone is setting On or Off here. Setting the sound mute or changing the sound level will not affect the Power On/Off Ring Tone.

Setting the lamp modeThis projector is capable of dual-lamp projection and provides several lamp modes for different purposes:

You can perform the following steps to choose a lamp mode according to your preference.

1. Press MENU/EXIT and then press / until the Advanced Setup menu is highlighted.2. Press to highlight Lamp Settings and press ENTER. 3. Press to highlight Lamp Mode and press ENTER.4. Press to highlight your preferred lamp mode and press ENTER.5. A confirmation message displays. Highlight Yes and press ENTER.

Lamp mode User Benefit Suitable environment

Dual-Brightest(Two lamps are used in normal mode)

• Delivering super-bright and clear images• Suitable for high-ambient-light environments • Allowing continuous and non-stop operation

under critical situations

Large, well lit meeting rooms or auditoriums

Dual-Reliable(Two lamps are used in economic mode)

• Extending the lamp life• Allowing continuous and non-stop operation

under critical situationsMid-large boardrooms

Single-Alternative(The lamp with shorter operating hours is selected automatically and used in normal mode)

• Extending the total operation time• Reducing lamp replacement frequency

Normal sized rooms

Single-Eco(The lamp with shorter operating hours is selected automatically and used in economic mode)

• Extending the lamp life• Extending the total operation time• Reducing lamp replacement frequency

Small to normal sized rooms


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• If one lamp fails, the projector enters Single-Alternative mode automatically. Dual-Brightest, Dual-Reliable and Single-Eco settings are not available.

• After switching from Dual-Brightest/Dual-Reliable mode to Single-Alternative/Single-Eco mode or vice versa, wait for 90 seconds before you can adjust the lamp mode again.

• A slight variation in the picture brightness and colors may be observed during the very short time of switching lamp modes.

Controlling the projector through a Lan environmentLan Control Settings allow you to manage the projector from a computer using a web browser when the computer and the projector are properly connected to the same local area network.

Configuring the Lan Control Settings

If you are in a DHCP environment:

1. Take a RJ45 cable and connect one end to the RJ45 LAN input jack of the projector and the other end to the RJ45 port.

2. Press MENU/EXIT and then press / until the Advanced Setup menu is highlighted.3. Press to highlight Lan Control Settings and press ENTER. The Lan Control Settings page is

displayed.4. Press to highlight Control By and press / to select RJ45.5. Press to highlight DHCP and press / to select On.6. Press to highlight AMX Device Discovery and press / to select On or Off. When AMX Device

Discovery is On, the projector can be detected by AMX controller.7. Press to highlight Apply and press ENTER.8. Please wait for around 15 - 20 seconds, and then re-enter the Lan Control Settings page.9. The Projector IP Address, Subnet Mask, Default Gateway, and DNS Server settings will be displayed.

Note down the IP address displayed in the Projector IP Address row.

If the Projector IP Address still does not display, contact your ITS administrator.

If you are in a non-DHCP environment:

1. Repeat steps 1-4 above.2. Press to highlight DHCP and press / to select Off.3. Contact your ITS administrator for information on the Projector IP Address, Subnet Mask, Default

Gateway, and DNS Server settings.4. Press to select the item you want to modify and press ENTER.5. Press / to move the cursor and then press / to enter the value.6. To save the setting, press ENTER. If you do not want to save the setting, press MENU/EXIT.7. Press to highlight AMX Device Discovery and press / to select On or Off.8. Press to highlight Apply and press ENTER.


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Controlling the projector remotely through a web browserOnce you have the correct IP address for the projector and the projector is on or in standby mode, you can use any computer that is on the same local area network to control the projector.

1. Enter the address of the projector in the address bar of your browser and click Go.

2. The remote network operation page opens. This page allows you to operate the projector as if you were using the remote control or control panel on the projector.

• Menu (Exit) • Blank

See "Remote control" on page 11 for details.• Auto • Source

• ( ) • ( )

• ( ) • ( )

• Enter Activates the selected On-Screen Display (OSD) menu item.

To switch input source, click on your desired signal.

The source list varies according to the connectors available on the projector. ''Video 1'' stands for the Video signal; ''S-Video 1'' stands for the S-Video signal.

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The tools page allows you to manage the projector, configure the Lan control settings and secure access of remote network operation on this projector.

i. You can name the projector, keep track of its location and the person in charge of it.ii. You can adjust the Lan Control Settings.iii. Once set, access to the remote network operation on this projector has been password-protected.iv. Once set, access to the tools page has been password-protected.

After making the adjustments, press the Send button and the data will be saved in the projector.

v. Press Exit to go back to the remote network operation page.

Please pay attention to the limitation of input length (including space and other punctuation keys) in the list blow:

Category Item Input LengthMaximum Number of

Characters

Crestron Control

IP Address 15

IP ID 2

Port 5

Projector

Projector Name 10

Location 9

Assigned To 9

Network Configuration

DHCP (Enabled) (N/A)

IP Address 15

Subnet Mask 15

Default Gateway 15

DNS Server 15

User Password

Enabled (N/A)

New Password 20

Confirm 20

Admin Password

Enabled (N/A)

New Password 20

Confirm 20

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The info page displays the information and status of this projector.

For more information, visit http://www.crestron.com & www.crestron.com/getroomview.

Operating in a high altitude environmentWe recommend that you activate High Altitude Mode when your environment is higher than 1500 meters (around 4920 feet) above sea level, or whenever the projector will be used for extended periods of time (>10 hours) without shutdown.

To activate High Altitude Mode:


2. Press to highlight High Altitude Mode.3. Press / to select On. A confirmation message is displayed.4. Highlight Yes and press ENTER.

Operation under High Altitude Mode may cause a higher decibel operating noise level because of increased fan speed necessary to improve overall system cooling and performance.

If you use this projector under other extreme conditions excluding the above, it may display auto shut-down symptoms, which is designed to protect your projector from over-heating. In cases like this, you should switch to High Altitude Mode to solve these symptoms. However, this is not to state that this projector can operate under any and all harsh or extreme conditions.

Press Exit to go back to the

remote network operation page.

High Altitude Mode is used when the environment is higher than 1500m.Do you want to turn the High Altitude Mode on?

Yes No

WARNING

Lamp Settings

Baud Rate

High Altitude Mode

Password

Reset All Settings

Advanced Setup

EXIT BackS-Video

On

Expert Mode

115200HDMI Settings

Test Pattern

Audio Settings


Signal Power On Off


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Displaying more than one image source simultaneouslyYour projector is capable of displaying pictures simultaneously from two input sources, which can be used to enhance your presentation in an interesting way. Ensure the signals you want to display are correctly connected to the projector.

To display the PIP window:

1. Press MENU/EXIT and then press / until the Display menu is highlighted.

2. Press to highlight PIP and press ENTER. The PIP page is displayed.3. Highlight PIP and press / to select On.

The projector will select two currently active signals to display and the last viewed picture will be displayed on the big screen as a main source.

The PIP function is effective at below source combinations.

4. To change the Main Source or Second Source, press to highlight Main Source or Second Source and press ENTER. The source selection bar is displayed.

5. Use / to highlight the source you want to display for the main (bigger) or second (smaller) window, and press ENTER to save the setting and go back to the PIP page.

6. To make OSD settings to one of the two sources (main or second), highlight Active Window and press / to select the source you want to make adjustments.

The settings made on the OSD menus will only take effect on the

active window. The following OSD menu function cannot work on the active windows for the PIP: Quick Auto Search.

7. To change the position of the smaller picture, highlight Position and press / repeatedly until a suitable position is selected.

8. To resize the small picture, highlight Size and press / to set the PIP size among Small or Large.9. To save the settings and leave the OSD menu, press MENU/EXIT.

Source 2

Source 1 CVBS S-Video

HDMI V V

Component 1/2 V V

PC V V

PIPPIP

Main SourceSecond SourceActive WindowPositionSize

On

MainTop-Right

Large

EXIT Back

ENTER

Aspect RatioKeystone

Overscan Adjustment

PIP

Display

EXIT Back

0

S-Video

Anamorphic

Position

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Turning the projector offTo turn the projector off, press POWER ( ) on the projector or ON

on the remote control and a warning message appears. Press

POWER/ON ( ) again.

• The Power indicator light flashes orange and the fans run for about two minutes to cool the lamp. The projector will not respond to any commands until the cooling process is complete.

• Then, the Power indicator light is a steady orange once the cooling process has finished and fans stop.

• If the projector will not be used for an extended period, unplug the power cable from the power outlet.

• To protect the lamp, the projector will not respond to any commands during the cooling process.

• Actual lamp life may vary due to different environmental conditions and usage.

• If you attempt to re-start the projector shortly after shutdown, the

fans may run for a few minutes to cool down. Press Power/ON again to start the projector after the fans stop and the Power indicator light turns orange.

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On-Screen Display (OSD) menusOn-Screen Display (OSD) structurePlease note that the on-screen display (OSD) menus vary according to the signal type selected.

Main menu Sub-menu Options

Picture -- Basic

Picture Mode Cinema/Dynamic/Presentation/sRGB/User 1/User 2

Load Settings From

Brightness 0–100

Contrast 0–100

Color 0–100

Tint -20–+20

Sharpness 0–8


Rename User Mode

Picture -- Advanced

Black Level 0 IRE/7.5 IRE

Clarity Control

Noise Reduction 0/1/2/3

Detail Enhancement 0-5

Luma Transmission 0/1/2

Chroma Transmission 0/1/2

Color Temperature T1/T2/T3/T4/User 1/User 2/User 3


Red Gain 0–100

Green Gain 0–100

Blue Gain 0–100

Red Offset 0–100

Green Offset 0–100

Blue Offset 0–100

Gamma Selection 1-8

Brilliant Color On/Off

3D Color Management

Primary Color Red/Yellow/Green/Cyan/Blue/Magenta

Range 0–100

Saturation 0–100

Film Mode On/Off

3D Comb Filter On/Off


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Display

Aspect Ratio Anamorphic/4:3/Letter Box/Wide/Real

Keystone 2D Keystone

Position

Overscan Adjustment 0/1/2/3

Color Space Conversion Auto/RGB/YUV

PIP

PIP On/Off

Main Source HDMI/Video/S-Video/Component 1/Component 2/PCSecond Source

Active Window Main/PIP

PositionTop-Right/Bottom-Left/Bottom-Right/Top-Left

Size Large/Small


H. Size

Phase

Auto

Blank TimerDisable/5 min/10 min/15 min/20 min/25 min/30 min

Test Pattern

System Setup

Language

Splash Screen BenQ/Blue/Black

Projector PositionFloor Front/Ceiling Front/Floor Rear/Ceiling Rear

Auto Power OffDisable/5 min/10 min/15 min/20 min/25 min/30 min

Sleep TimerDisable/30 min/60 min/90 min/120 min/150 min/180 min

Background Color Black/Purple/Blue

Menu Settings

Menu Display Time 5 sec/10 sec/15 sec/20 sec/25 sec/30 sec

Menu PositionCenter/Top-Left/Top-Right/Bottom-Right/Bottom-Left

Reminder Message On/Off

Input SourceHDMI/Video/S-Video/Component 1/Component 2/PC

Quick Auto Search On/Off

Closed CaptionClosed Caption Enable On/Off

Caption Version CC1/CC2/CC3/CC4

Standby Monitor Out On/Off


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Note that the menu items are available when the projector detects at least one valid signal. If there is no equipment connected to the projector or no signal detected, limited menu items are accessible.


Advanced Setup

Lamp Settings

Lamp ModeDual-Brightest/Dual-Reliable/Single-Alternative

Reset Lamp Timer 1

Reset Lamp Timer 2

Equivalent Lamp Hour #1


HDMI Settings HDMI Format

Auto

PC Signal

Video Signal

Baud Rate2400/4800/9600/14400/19200/38400/57600/115200

High Altitude Mode On/Off

Audio Settings

Mute On/Off

Volume

Power On/Off Ring Tone On/Off

PasswordPassword On/Off

Change Password (inputs current password)


Control By RS232/RJ45

DHCP On/Off

Projector IP Address

Subnet Mask

Default Gateway

DNS Server

AMX Device Discovery On/Off

Apply Enter

Reset All Settings

Direct Power On On/Off

Signal Power On On/Off

Expert Mode (inputs current password)

Information

FAQ-Image and Installation

FAQ-Features and Service

Source

Picture Mode

Resolution

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Picture -- Basic menu

Picture -- Advanced menu

Function Description

Picture ModePre-defined picture modes are provided so you can optimize your projector picture set-up to suit your program type. See "Selecting a preset mode" on page 27 for details.

Load Settings FromSelects a preset mode that most suits your need for the picture quality and further fine-tune the picture based on the selections listed below. See "Setting the User 1/User 2 mode" on page 28 for details.

BrightnessAdjusts the brightness of the picture. See "Adjusting Brightness" on page 29 for details.

ContrastAdjusts the degree of difference between dark and light in the picture. See "Adjusting Contrast" on page 29 for details.

ColorAdjusts the color saturation level -- the amount of each color in a video picture. See "Adjusting Color" on page 29 for details.

TintAdjusts the red and green color tones of the picture. See "Adjusting Tint" on page 29 for details.

SharpnessAdjusts the picture to make it look sharper or softer. See "Adjusting Sharpness" on page 29 for details.


Returns all settings in the Picture -- Basic and Picture -- Advanced menus to the factory preset values. See "Resetting the picture mode" on page 28 for details.

Rename User ModeRenames User 1, User 2, or sRGB. See "Renaming user modes" on page 28 for details.


Black LevelSets the picture grayscale as 0 IRE or 7.5 IRE. See "Setting Black Level" on page 30 for details.

Clarity Control Adjusts the picture clarity. See "Controlling image clarity" on page 30 for details.

Color TemperatureThere are several color temperature settings available. See "Selecting a color temperature*" on page 30 for details.


See "Setting a preferred color temperature" on page 31 for details.

Gamma Selection See "Selecting a Gamma setting" on page 31 for details.

Brilliant Color See "Adjusting Brilliant Color" on page 31 for details.

3D Color Management

See "Color Management" on page 32 for details.

Film Mode See "Setting Film Mode" on page 32 for details.

3D Comb Filter See "Setting 3D Comb Filter" on page 33 for details.


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Display menu


Aspect RatioThere are several options to set the picture’s aspect ratio depending on your input source. See "Selecting the aspect ratio" on page 33 for details.

KeystoneCorrects any keystoning of the picture. See "Correcting picture distortion" on page 26 for details.

Position

Displays the position adjustment page. To move the projected picture, use the directional arrow keys. The values shown on the lower position of the page change with every key press you made until they reach their maximum or minimum. They will return to their factory preset values whenever the projector is re-started.

This function is only available when the Component 1, Component 2, or PC signal is selected.

Overscan Adjustment

Conceals the poor picture quality in the four edges. You can also manually press / to decide how much to be concealed. Setting 0 means the picture is 100%

displayed. The greater the value, the more portion of the picture is concealed while the screen remains filled and geometrically accurate.

Color Space Conversion

See "Changing Color Space" on page 21 for details.

PIPTurns the PIP window on or off and makes related adjustments. See "Displaying more than one image source simultaneously" on page 41 for details.


H. Size Adjusts the horizontal width of the picture.Phase Adjusts the clock phase to reduce picture distortion.AutoAdjusts the phase, and frequency automatically

These functions are only available when the Component 1, Component 2, or PC signal is selected.

Blank TimerSets the image blank time when the Blank feature is activated, once elapsed the image will return to the screen. See "Hiding the image" on page 35 for details.

Test Pattern

Press ENTER to display the grid test pattern. It helps you adjust the image size and focus and check that the projected image is free of distortion.

The function is only available when the projector detects no input signal.


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System Setup menu


LanguageSets the language for the On-Screen Display (OSD) menus. See "Using the menus" on page 22 for details.

Splash ScreenAllows you to select which logo screen will be displayed during projector start-up. You can choose BenQ logo screen, Blue screen or Black screen.

Projector PositionThe projector can be installed on a ceiling or behind a screen, or with one or more mirrors. See "Choosing a location" on page 12 for details.

Auto Power OffPrevents unnecessary projection when no signal is detected for a long time. See "Setting Auto Power Off " on page 52 for details.

Sleep TimerSets the auto-shutdown timer. The timer can be set to a value between 30 minutes and 3 hours.

Background ColorAllows you to choose the color of the background screen that will be displayed when there is no input source detected.

Menu Settings

Menu Display Time

Sets the length of time the OSD will remain active after your last key press. The range is from 5 to 30 seconds in 5-second increments.

Menu Position

Sets the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu position.

Reminder Message

Sets whether to display the OSD messages about the status of detecting signals.

Input SourceSelects an input source to be projected. See "Selecting an input source" on page 21 for details.

Quick Auto SearchSets whether the projector searches automatically for input sources. If the source scan is On, the projector will scan for input sources until it acquires a signal. If the function is not activated, the projector selects the last used input source.

Closed Caption

Closed Caption Enable

Activates the function by selecting On when the selected input signal carries closed captions.

• Captions: An on-screen display of the dialogue, narration, and sound effects of TV programs and videos that are closed captioned (usually marked as "CC" in TV listings).

Caption VersionSelects a preferred closed captioning mode. To view captions, select CC1, CC2, CC3, or CC4 (CC1 displays captions in the primary language in your area).

These functions are only available when the Video or S-Video signal is selected.

Standby Monitor Out

Selecting On enables the function. The projector can output a VGA signal when it is in standby mode and the PC jack is correctly connected to devices. See "Connecting a monitor" on page 19 for how to make the connection.

Enabling this function slightly increases the standby power consumption.


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Advanced Setup menu


Lamp Settings

Lamp Mode

Selects the projector lamp power among Dual-Brightest, Dual-Reliable and Single-Alternative modes.

Reset Lamp Timer 1/Reset Lamp Timer 2

Once the lamp is renewed, select Reset to return the lamp timer to "0". See "Resetting the lamp timer" on page 55 for details.

Equivalent Lamp Hour #1/Equivalent Lamp Hour #2

Shows the lamp hour information. See "Getting to know the lamp hour" on page 52 for details.

HDMI Settings

Selects an input source type for the HDMI signal. Auto is the default and recommended setting. You can also manually select the source type. The different source types carry different standards for the brightness level.

This function is only available when the HDMI signal is selected.

Baud RateSelects a baud rate that is identical with your computer’s so that you can connect the projector using a suitable RS-232 cable and update or download the projector’s firmware. This function is intended for qualified service personnel.

High Altitude ModeA mode for operation in areas like high altitude or high temperature. See "Operating in a high altitude environment" on page 40 for details.

Audio Settings See "Adjusting the sound" on page 36 for details.

Password

Password

Limits use of the projector to only those who know the correct password. See "Utilizing the password function" on page 23 for details.

Change Password

You will be asked to enter the current password before changing to a new one. See "Utilizing the password function" on page 23 for details.

Lan Control SettingsSee "Controlling the projector through a Lan environment" on page 37 for details.

Reset All Settings

Returns all settings to the factory preset values.

The following settings will still remain: names of user modes, Keystone, Language, Projector Position, High Altitude Mode, Password, and Expert Mode.

Direct Power OnSets whether to turn the projector directly on without pressing the POWER

key on the projector or ON on the remote control when the projector is plugged in.

Signal Power OnSets whether to turn the projector directly on without pressing the POWER

key on the projector or ON on the remote control when the projector is in standby mode and the signal is feed through the VGA cable.

Expert Mode

The Expert Mode menu is password protected and only accessible by authorized calibrators. The ISF (Imaging Science Foundation) has developed carefully crafted, industry-recognized standards for optimal video performance and has implemented a training program for technicians and installers to use these standards to obtain optimal picture quality from BenQ video display devices. Accordingly, we recommend that setup and calibration be performed by an ISF certified installation technician.

For more information, please go to www.imagingscience.com or contact the place you purchased the projector.

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Information menuThis menu shows you the current operating status of the projector.

Some picture adjustments are available only when certain input sources are in use. Unavailable adjustments are not shown on the screen.


FAQ-Image and Installation

Displays possible solutions to problems you may encounter.FAQ-Features and Service

Source Shows the current signal source.

Picture Mode Shows the selected mode in the Picture -- Basic > Picture Mode menu.

Resolution Shows the native resolution of the input signal.

Lamp Mode Shows the selected lamp mode in the Advanced Setup > Lamp Mode menu.


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Additional informationCare of the projectorYour projector needs little maintenance. The only thing you have to do on a regular basis is keep the lens clean. Never remove any parts of the projector except the lamp. Contact your dealer or local customer service center if the projector fails to operate as expected.

Cleaning the lensClean the lens whenever you notice dirt or dust on the surface. Before you attempt to clean the lens, turn the projector off, unplug the power cable, and leave it several minutes to cool completely.

1. Use a canister of compressed air to remove dust. (Available from building hardware or photographic suppliers.)

2. If there is stubborn dirt or smudge marks, use a proper photographic lens brush or moisten a clean soft lens cloth with lens cleaner to gently wipe the lens surface.

3. Never use any type of abrasive pad, alkaline/acid cleaner, scouring powder, or volatile solvent, such as alcohol, benzene, thinner or insecticide. Using such materials or maintaining prolonged contact with rubber or vinyl materials may result in damage to the projector surface and cabinet material.

Never touch the lens with your finger or rub the lens with abrasive materials. Even paper towels can damage the lens coating. Only ever use a proper photographic lens brush, cloth, and cleaning solution. Do not attempt to clean the lens while the projector is switched on or is still hot from previous use.

Cleaning the projector caseBefore you attempt to clean the case, turn the projector off, unplug the power cable, and leave it several minutes to cool completely.

1. To remove dirt or dust, wipe the case with a soft, dry, lint-free cloth.2. To remove stubborn dirt or stains, moisten a soft cloth with water and a neutral detergent. Then wipe

the case.

Never use wax, alcohol, benzene, thinner or other chemical detergents. These can damage the case.

Storing the projectorIf you need to store the projector for an extended time, please:

1. Make sure the temperature and humidity of the storage area are within the recommended range for the projector. Please refer to the Spec. page in this manual or consult your dealer about the range.

2. Retract the adjuster feet.3. Remove the batteries from the remote control.4. Pack the projector in its original packing or equivalent.

Transporting the projectorIt is recommended that you ship the projector with its original packing or equivalent.

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Lamp informationGetting to know the lamp hourWhen the projector is in operation, the duration (in hours) of lamp usage is automatically calculated by the built-in timer.

To obtain the lamp hour information:


2. Press to highlight Lamp Settings and press ENTER. The Lamp Settings page is displayed.

3. The lamp hour information is shown in the row of Equivalent Lamp Hour #1/Equivalent Lamp Hour #2.

4. To leave the menu, press MENU/EXIT.

Extending lamp lifeThe projection lamp is a consumable item. To keep the lamp life as long as possible, you can do the following settings via the OSD menu.

• Setting Lamp Mode as Dual-Reliable

Using Dual-Reliable mode reduces system noise and power consumption. If the Dual-Reliable mode is selected, the light output will be reduced and result in darker projected pictures.

Setting the projector in Dual-Reliable mode also extends the lamp life. To set Dual-Reliable mode, go to the Advanced Setup > Lamp Settings > Lamp Mode menu and press / .

• Setting Auto Power Off

This function allows the projector to turn off automatically if no input source is detected after a set period of time.

To set Auto Power Off, go to the System Setup > Auto Power Off menu and press / to select a time period. The time period can be set from 5 to 30 minutes in 5-minute increments. If the preset time lengths are not suitable for your presentation, select Disable. The projector will not automatically shut down in a certain time period.

Lamp Settings

High Altitude Mode

Password

Advanced Setup

EXIT BackS-Video

ENTER

Off

Lamp SettingsLamp Mode


EXIT Back

Reset Lamp Timer 1Dual-Reliable

Baud Rate 115200

50 hours

HDMI Settings

Audio Settings

Reset All Settings

Expert Mode



Equivalent Lamp Hour #2 50 hours

Reset Lamp Timer 2



System Setup

S-Video

EnglishBenQ

Quick Auto Search

EXIT Back

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Timing of replacing the lampWhen the Lamp indicator lights up red or a message appears suggesting it is time to replace the lamp, please install a new lamp or consult your dealer. An old lamp may cause a malfunction in the projector and in some instances the lamp may explode. Go to http://lamp.BenQ.com for a replacement lamp.

The Lamp indicator light and Temperature warning light will light up if the lamp becomes too hot. Turn the power off and let the projector cool for 45 minutes. If the Lamp or Temp indicator still lights up after turning the power back on, please contact your dealer. See "Indicators" on page 57 for details.

The following Lamp warning displays will remind you to change the lamp.

"XXXX" shown in the above messages are numbers that vary depending on different models.

Replacing the lamp• To reduce the risk of electrical shock, always turn the projector off and disconnect the power cable

before changing the lamp.

• To reduce the risk of severe burns, allow the projector to cool for at least 45 minutes before replacing the lamp.

• To reduce the risk of injuries to fingers and damage to internal components, use caution when removing lamp glass that has shattered into sharp pieces.

• To reduce the risk of injuries to fingers and/or compromising image quality by touching the lens, do not touch the empty lamp compartment when the lamp is removed.

• This lamp contains mercury. Consult your local hazardous waste regulations to dispose of this lamp in a proper manner.

Status MessageInstall a new lamp for optimal performance. If the projector is normally run with Dual-Reliable selected (See "Getting to know the lamp hour" on page 52), you may continue to operate the projector until the next hour lamp warning appears.

Press ENTER to dismiss the message.

It is strongly recommended that you replace the lamp at this age. The lamp is a consumable item. The lamp brightness diminishes with use. This is normal lamp behavior. You can replace the lamp whenever you notice that the brightness level has significantly diminished.


The lamp MUST be replaced before the projector will operate normally.


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Lamp > XXXX hrs

Order a new lamp at lamp.benq.com

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NOTICE: Replace lamp soon

Lamp > XXXX hrs

Order a new lamp at lamp.benq.com

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NOTICE: Replace lamp nowLamp > XXXX hrs

Lamp-usage time exceededReplace lamp (refer to User’s Manual)then reset lamp timer.Order a new lamp at lamp.benq.com

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1. Turn the power off and disconnect the projector from the power outlet. Turn off all connected equipment and disconnect all other cables. See "Turning the projector off " on page 42 for details.

2. Loosen the screw on the lamp cover.

3. Remove the lamp cover.

4. Identify the lamp you want to replace by looking at the top of the lamp.

5. Loosen the screw that hold the lamp to the projector. Disconnect the lamp connector from the projector.

6. Lift the handle so that it is perpendicular to the lamp. Use the handle to slowly pull the lamp out of the projector.

Notes

• Pulling it too quickly may cause the lamp to break and scatter broken glass in the projector. To reduce the risk of injuries to fingers and damage to internal components, use caution when removing lamp glass that has shattered.

• Do not place the lamp in locations where water might splash on it, children can reach it, near or above heat sources, or near flammable materials.

• Do not insert your hand into the projector when the lamp is removed. If you touch the optical components inside, it could cause blurred images.

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Resetting the lamp timerDo not reset the lamp timer if the lamp has not been replaced as this could cause damage.

7. Insert the replacement lamp. Make sure it is pushed fully and firmly in place.

8. Tighten the screw securing the lamp box. Reconnect the lamp connector.

9. Ensure the handle is fully locked in place.

Notes

• Please be careful to not over-tighten the screws.

• Loose screws may cause a bad connection, which could result in malfunction.

10. Replace the lamp cover.

11. Tighten the screws on the lamp cover.

12. Reapply power and turn the projector back on.


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1. After the start-up logo, press MENU/EXIT and then press / until the Advanced Setup menu is highlighted.

2. Press to highlight Lamp Settings and press ENTER. The Lamp Settings page is displayed.

3. Highlight Reset Lamp Timer 1/Reset Lamp Timer 2 and press ENTER. A warning message is displayed asking if you want to reset the lamp timer. Highlight Reset and press ENTER. The lamp time will be reset to "0".

Lamp Settings

High Altitude Mode

Password

Reset All Settings

Advanced Setup

EXIT BackS-Video

ENTER

Off

Lamp SettingsLamp Mode

ENTER

EXIT Back

Reset Lamp Timer 1

Reset Lamp Timer?

Reset Cancel

WARNING

Expert Mode

Baud Rate 115200HDMI Settings

Audio Settings



Equivalent Lamp Hour #1 50 hoursEquivalent Lamp Hour #2 50 hours

Reset Lamp Timer 2


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IndicatorsLight Status & Description

POWER TEMP LAMP1 LAMP2Power events

Orange Off Off Off Stand-by mode.Green

FlashingOff Off Off Powering up.

Green Off Off Off Normal operation.

OrangeFlashing

Off Off Off

1. The projector needs 90 seconds to cool down as it was abnormally shut down without the normal cooling down process. Or

2. The projector needs to cool for 90 seconds after the power is turned off.

OrangeFlashing

Off Off Off The projector has shutdown automatically. If you try to re-start the projector, it will shutdown again. Please contact your dealer for assistance.

OrangeFlashing

Off Red Off

Red Off Red Off

Lamp events

Off Off Red OffLamp 1 failed. The projector has entered Single-Alternative mode automatically. Replace lamp 1 as soon as possible.

Off Off Off RedLamp 2 failed. The projector has entered Single-Alternative mode automatically. Replace lamp 2 as soon as possible.

Off Off Red Red The projector has shutdown automatically. If you try to re-start the projector, it will shutdown again. Please contact your dealer for assistance.

Orange Off Red Off

Thermal eventsOff Red Off Off

The projector has shutdown automatically. If you try to re-start the projector, it will shutdown again. Please contact your dealer for assistance.

Off Red Red OffOff Red Green OffOff Red Orange OffOff Red Off RedOff Red Off GreenOff Red Off Orange

Orange Red Red OffOrange Red Green OffOrange Red Orange Off

Off Orange Red Off


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TroubleshootingProblem Cause Remedy

The projector does not turn on.

There is no power from the power cable.

Plug the power cable into the AC inlet on the rear of the projector, and plug the power cable into to the power outlet. If the power outlet has a switch, make sure that it is switched on. (See page 20.)

Attempting to turn the projector on again during the cooling process.

Wait until the cooling down process has completed.

The lamp cover is not securely attached.

Correctly attach the lamp cover. (See page 53.)

No picture.

The video source is not turned on or connected correctly.

Turn the video source on and check that the signal cable is connected correctly. (See page 17.)

The projector is not correctly connected to the input source device.

Check the connection. (See page 17.)

The input source has not been correctly selected.

Select the correct input source with the Source keys on the remote control or SOURCE on the projector. (See page 21.)

Image is unstable.The connection cables are not securely connected to the projector or the signal source.

Correctly connect the cables to the appropriate terminals. (See page 17.)

Picture is blurred.

The projection lens is not correctly focused.

Adjust the focus of the lens using the focus ring. (See page 25.)

The projector and the screen are not aligned properly.

Adjust the projection angle and direction as well as the height of this projector if necessary. (See page 25.)

Remote control does not work correctly.

The batteries are out of power.Replace both of the batteries with new ones. (See page 7.)

There is an obstacle between the remote control and the projector.

Remove the obstacle. (See page 7.)

You are too far away from the projector.

Stand within 8 meters (26.2 feet) of the projector. (See page 7.)


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SpecificationsAll specifications are subject to change without notice.

OpticalProjection system Single-chip DLP™ system.DMD chip 0.65" DLP (1920 x 1080)Lens F = 2.48 to 2.81, f = 24.1 to 36.15 mmProjection screen size 28" to 300"Lamp 330W

ElectricalCompatibility PC: 640 x 480 to 1920 x 1200

Video: NTSC, PAL, SECAM, YPbPr (480i/480p/576i/576p/720p/1080i/1080p), HDTV (720p/1080i/1080p)

Color Space Typ. = 60% NTSC (Target Color Gamut = HDTV Rec. 709)

TerminalsInput Analog RGB: D-Sub 15-pin (female) x 1

HDMI (V. 1.3) x 1

Component Video (Y/CB/CR, Y/PB/PR) x 1

Component Video (Y/CB/CR, Y/PB/PR) x 1 (shared with RGB input)

Composite Video x 1

S-Video x 1

Audio in x 1Output 12VDC (Max. 0.5 A)

Analog RGB: D-Sub 15-pin (female) x 1

Audio out x 1

Speaker: 5W x 2Control Serial Connector: RS232 9 pin (male)

Mini B type USB x 1

IR receiver x 2

LAN x 1

General characteristicsProjector weight < 11 kg (24.3 lbs)Power VAC 100-240V, 10 A, 50-60HzPower consumption Max. 940 W; Standby < 1 WOperating temperature 0 °C to 40 °C (without condensation)Operating humidity 10% - 90% (without condensation)Operating altitude 0-1499 m at 0°C-35°C

1500-3000 m at 0°C-30°C (with High Altitude Mode on)Storage temperature -20°C- 60°C/-4°F to 140°FStorage humidity 10% - 90%

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Dimensions443 mm x 354.7 mm x 167 mm (W x D x H)

Ceiling mount installation

443

354.7 167

12888

151.2 173

106

211.7424.4

364.4

124.5

397.9

46

72.5224

266298

324.1

70

222 288

Ceiling mount screws:M6 x 8 (Max. L = 8 mm)

Unit: mm


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Timing chart

Supported timing for PC input

* Only for the PC (analog RGB) inputs

Format ResolutionRefresh rate

(Hz)H. Frequency

(KHz)Pixel Frequency

(MHz)

640 x 480 640 x 480

59.94 31.469 25.17572.809 37.861 31.5

75 37.5 31.585.008 43.269 36

720 x 400 720 x 400 70.087 31.469 28.3221

800 x 600 800 x 600

56.250 35.156 36.00060.317 37.879 4072.188 48.077 50

75 46.875 49.585.061 53.674 56.25

1024 x 768 1024 x 768

60.004 48.363 6570.069 56.476 7575.029 60.023 78.7584.997 68.667 94.5

1152 x 864 1152 x 864 75.00 67.500 108.000*1024 x 576 Notebook Timing 60 35.82 46.996*1024 x 600 Notebook Timing 64.995 41.467 51.4191152 x 864 1152 x 864 75 67.5 108

1280 x 768 1280 x 76859.87 47.776 79.5

74.893 60.289 102.2584.837 68.633 117.5

1280 x 800 1280 x 80059.81 49.702 83.5

74.934 62.795 106.584.88 71.554 122.5

1280 x 1024 1280 x 102460.02 63.981 108

75.025 79.976 13585.024 91.146 157.5

1280 x 960 1280 x 96060 60 108

85.002 85.938 148.51360 x 768 1360 x 768 60.015 47.712 85.5

1440 x 900 1440 x 90059.887 55.935 106.574.984 70.635 136.7584.842 80.43 157

1400 x 1050 1400 x 1050 59.978 65.317 121.751600 x 1200 1600 x 1200 60 75 1621680 x 1050 1680 x 1050 59.954 65.29 146.25

1920 x 1080 (CEA-861)

1920 x 1080 59.939/60 67.432/67.5 148.35/148.5

640 x 480@67Hz(MAC13)

640 x 480@67Hz 66.667 35 30.24

832 x 624@75Hz(MAC16)

832 x 624@75Hz 74.546 49.722 57.28

1024 x 768@75Hz(MAC19)

1024 x 768@75Hz 75.02 60.241 80

1152 x 870@75Hz(MAC21)

1152 x 870@75Hz 75.06 68.68 100


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Supported timing for HDMI (HDCP) input

Supported timing for EDTV and HDTV (via Component inputs)

Supported timing for Video and S-Video inputs

Format Resolution Refresh rate (Hz) H. Freq. (KHz) Pixel Freq. (MHz)

480i 720 x 480 59.94/60 15.734/15.75 27/27.027

480p 720 x 480 59.94/60 31.469/31.5 27/27.027

576i 720 x 576 50 15.625 27

576p 720 x 576 50 31.25 27

720/50p 1280 x 720 50 37.5 74.25

720/60p 1280 x 720 59.939/60 44.955/45 74.175/74.25

1080/50i 1920 x 1080 50 28.125 74.25

1080/60i 1920 x 1080 59.939/60 33.716/33.75 74.175/74.25

1080/24P 1920 x 1080 23.976/24 26.973/27 74.175/74.25

1080/25P 1920 x 1080 25 28.125 74.25

1080/30P 1920 x 1080 29.97/30 33.716/33.75 74.175/74.25

1080/50P 1920 x 1080 50 56.25 148.5

1080/60P 1920 x 1080 59.939/60 67.432/67.5 148.35/148.5

Format Resolution Refresh rate (Hz) H. Freq. (KHz) Pixel Freq. (MHz)

480i 720 x 480 59.94/60 15.734/15.75 13.5

480p 720 x 480 59.94/60 31.469/31.5 13.5

576i 720 x 576 50 15.625 27

576p 720 x 576 50 31.25 27

720/50p 1280 x 720 50 37.5 74.25

720/60p 1280 x 720 59.939/60 44.955/45 74.175/74.25

1080/50i 1920 x 1080 50 28.125 74.25

1080/60i 1920 x 1080 59.939/60 33.716/33.75 74.175/74.25

1080/24P 1920 x 1080 23.976/24 26.973/27 74.175/74.25

1080/25P 1920 x 1080 25 28.125 74.25

1080/30P 1920 x 1080 29.97/30 33.716/33.75 74.175/74.25

1080/50P 1920 x 1080 50 56.25 148.5

1080/60P 1920 x 1080 59.939/60 67.432/67.5 148.35/148.5

Format ResolutionRefresh rate

(Hz)H. Freq. (KHz)

Pixel Freq. (MHz)

NTSC M/J - 59.94/60 15.734/15.75 3.58

NTSC 4.43 - 59.94/60 15.734/15.75 4.43

PAL-B/D/G/H/I/N - 50 15.625 4.43

PAL M - 59.94/60 15.734/15.75 3.58

PAL Nc - 50 15.625 3.58

PAL 60 - 59.94/60 15.734/15.75 4.43

SECAM - 50 15.625 4.25/4.41


63 Warranty and Copyright information

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Warranty and Copyright informationWarrantyBenQ warrants this product against any defects in material and workmanship, under normal usage and storage.

Proof of purchase date will be required with any warranty claim. In the event this product is found to be defective within the warranty period, BenQ’s only obligation and your exclusive remedy shall be replacement of any defective parts (labor included). To obtain warranty service, immediately notify the dealer from which you purchased the product of any defects.

Important: The above warranty shall be void if the customer fails to operate the product in accordance with BenQ’s written instructions, especially the ambient humidity must be in-between 10% and 90%, temperature in-between 0°C and 35°C, altitude lower than 3000 meters, and avoiding to operate the projector in a

dusty environment. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may have other rights which vary from country to country.

For other information, please visit www.BenQ.com.

CopyrightCopyright © 2011 by BenQ Corporation. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system or translated into any language or computer language, in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, magnetic, optical, chemical, manual or otherwise, without the prior written permission of BenQ Corporation.

All trademarks and registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

DisclaimerBenQ Corporation makes no representations or warranties, either expressed or implied, with respect to the contents hereof and specifically disclaims any warranties, merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose. Further, BenQ Corporation reserves the right to revise this publication and to make changes from time to time in the contents hereof without obligation of BenQ Corporation to notify any person of such revision or changes.

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